Bill > HB0327

This bill fundamentally changes how the Attorney General of Wyoming is selected and operates by shifting the appointment and oversight authority from the Governor to the State Loan and Investment Board (SLIB). Under the new provisions, the Attorney General will be appointed by a majority vote of the SLIB members, requiring Senate confirmation, instead of being elected. The bill modifies numerous existing statutes to replace references to "the Governor" with "a majority of the members of the state loan and investment board" in contexts such as initiating legal actions, investigating misconduct, appointing assistant attorneys general, and intervening in lawsuits. The bill also expands the Attorney General's authority to file lawsuits against federal agencies and requires the SLIB to appoint an Attorney General by January 31, 2026, with the current officeholder potentially being confirmed or replaced during the 2026 Budget Session. The changes are intended to alter the governance and accountability of the Attorney General's office, moving from a directly elected position to one that is appointed by a state board, potentially changing the political dynamics and independence of the role.

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https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2025/HB0327